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1. Kidcity Children's Museum ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Kids & Family Fun
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2. Wadsworth Falls State Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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3. Wesleyan University

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4. Empower Leadership Sports & Adventure Center

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5. General Mansfield House

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6. Van Vleck Observatory

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
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7. Artfarm

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
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8. Dart Island State Park

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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9. Taino Smokehouse

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10. Greater Middletown Military Museum

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
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11. Spoke and Spy Cider Works

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12. Miner Hills Golf Club

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13. Connecticut Trees of Honor Memorial

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
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14. Amato’s Toy and Hobby

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15. Wadsworth Mansion

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
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16. Stubborn Beauty Brewing Company

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
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17. Oddfellows Playhouse Youth Theatre

Category: Entertainment Near Me
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18. Tschudin Chocolates and Confections

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19. Connecticut River Cruise and Charter

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Situated along the Connecticut River, the town of Middletown, Connecticut is located approximately fifteen miles from the city of Hartford and boasts numerous things for visitors to do who want to escape from the larger, bustling city.
  • Home to one of the top liberal arts colleges in the United States, Wesleyan University, Middletown offers many attractions, including several cultural and historic attractions, along with state parks, scenic ranches, zipline adventures, and many other outdoor activities.
  • The town is also home to museums, the arts, and great restaurants.

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